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The §179D Energy Efficient Commercial Building Property Deduction provides commercial building owners, and designers of buildings owned by public entities and designers of tax-exempt entities the opportunity to claim a tax deduction for installing qualifying energy-efficient buildings.
Up to $1.88 per square ft
Up to $5.00 per square ft
Our team of Energy Efficiency Experts is comprised of dedicated Professional Engineers and Energy Consultants, all of whom are focused in helping businesses claim Energy Efficiency Incentives. Combined, our experts have conducted over 10,000 energy studies, including energy modeling, site inspections, and certifications of results.
Mark Bacon, PE
Practice Lead – Energy EfficiencyAlex Ovalle
Energy Modeling ManagerCedric James
Senior Project ManagerCarry out a feasibility study to determine the likelihood of qualification
Develop an energy model of the building using DOE-approved software
Engage a licensed Professional Engineer for a site inspection to validate energy model
Professional Engineer provides a certification that systems meet requirements of §179D
Prepare a report summarizing all findings, results, and forms
§179D deductions can only be taken in the tax year that the building was placed into service. However, building owners can file Form 3115 to claim the IRC 179D deduction for buildings placed in service in prior tax years. Designers can look back 3 tax years to claim the deduction on amended returns.
Builders, contractors, and developers can claim up to $5,000 per unit for designing and constructing energy-efficient homes.
Helping multi-state businesses navigate the complexities of sustainable business expansion!
Startups with less than $5 million in gross receipts can use the R&D tax credit to offset their payroll tax liability.
Our in-house team of highly experienced scientists, engineers, tax consultants and attorneys would love to answer all your questions and support your compliance.